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Guys. Spring is a real problem for me. It is my favorite season to get fresh makeup, spice up my wardrobe, and invest in new statement pieces + accessories. To divert from shopper's remorse, I started creating a little wish list on my desktop. It forces me to take time to ponder a purchase. Here are six things I currently have my eye on:
1. This Wildfox beach tee is a summer must. I purchased one last year and lived in it. #socozy #soeasybreezy2. A nude pump. The closed toe version became my go-to this past fall, so I couldn't resist investing in the natural, open-toe version. These look great with a tank + denim and make your legs look longer in a dress {fashion tip}.3. Cozy sleep shorts are my favorite.4. I am adoring this swim suit + it's reversible {here's the top and bottom}.5. Oribe Dry Texturing Spray: this absorbs oil at the root {life saver on a warm day} + adds texture and volume.6. This Parker dress. I enjoy a black & white purchase in the spring because... a. It looks great with pale skin and a tan. b. Getting tired of this is out of the picture|| you constantly change it up {pair it with anything}. c. It is very versatile. This could be worn to an outdoor concert, a dinner with the girls, an afternoon full of errands, or even a date night.
The Guide to Jeans: According to Your Body Type
It seems that jean shopping has become a dreaded duty rather a peachy past time, and my mission is to convert boy-cotters into not just denim-lovers, but denim-fanatics. The underlying issue seems to be the overwhelming thought of wear to begin! We may have too many options, but that only means the fun increases. The market is saturated with various brands, washes, and styles, so it is finding your niche that will make the jean world small. Denim is meant to help, not harm, but after conversing with too many frustrated women, I have concluded that the latter seems more realistic. We will start at the most important aspect: what jeans fit your body shape. My hope is that this guide will take you down a jean-loving road of confidence.
Quick Tips
1. Invest in one pair of quality jeans that transition from day to night.2. Be patient and keep trying. You can always tailor denim.3. Ask for help. Retailers know how their denim fits.4. If you find a great pair of jeans that don’t fit your budget, search the brand and style online for better prices.5. Buy sale jeans at Nordstrom Rack. They have a great selection.6. Don’t give in just because they are on sale. Make sure they fit well.
Daddy Long Legs
No one likes a pair of high-waters, except for when the trend is intentional, and for that, I say embrace it. But on a day to day basis, most leg-endowed ladies are looking for the perfect jeans that don’t just barely sweep the floor. Get ready to fall in like with these denim brands that will still touch the ground even when you pair them with those stellar pumps of yours!Almost all Citizens of Humanity are super long.Recommended Style: Ava for a classic fitSteppin’ out: Angie Super Flare(Sold at Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and Cotton Island)Seven For All MankindRecommended Style: Bootcut Original FitSteppin’ Out: The California Bell Bottom(Sold at Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and Cotton Island)
The Athletic Girl
You are that toned woman who is active to the core, and you want some denim to fit well and feminize your shape. Warm up to these body-conscious jeans that keep up with your athletic lifestyle while supporting your hard-core exercise regime!Recommended Style: James Jeans RebootSteppin’ Out: Joe’s Skinny Micro Flare Brigitte(Sold at The Blue Jeans Bar)Recommended Style: Fidelity Denim BelladonaSteppin’ Out: DL1961 Melissa(Sold at The Blue Jeans Bar)
The Slender Chic
You are a skinny-minny who loves to rock a great pair of jeans, but sometimes you want to add a little curve to your silhouette. The key: look for jeans with flap pockets. They will immediately give your rear some shape! You have room to take risk, so try some super-skinnies, super-flare, or colored denim that hits at the ankle!Recommended Style: Joe’s Visionaire FlareSteppin’ Out: Blank High-Waisted Wide Legs(Sold at Anthropologie and Free People)Recommended Style: True Religion Becky ClassicSteppin’ Out: AG Stevie Ankle in a color!
The One with the Curves
You have a voluptuous body, and you want to accentuate all the right areas while balancing your lower half. In order to do so, skip the skinny cut jeans, and try on denim that creates a straight line from the outside of your hips to the outside part of your bottom hem. Another tip: steer clear of exaggerated stitching, flap pockets, and sand blasted denim that create horizontal lines at the thighs. Stick with a solid color dark wash.Recommended Style: Paige “Skyline” BootcutSteppin’ Out: Paige Premium “Bell Canyon” FlareRecommended Style: Citizens of Humanity Amber Mid-Rise BootcutSteppin’ Out: CJ by Cookie Johnson Felicity Flared Jeans(Sold at Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus)